Kansas State beat NC State, 28-19. The 19-year-old threw for 476 yards on 37-of-66 passing with five touchdowns and no interceptions in his eight games.

Kansas State Wildcats Offense Preview Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson (2) scores a touchdown against Rutgers during first half of the Rate Bowl at Chase Field on Dec. 26, 2024, in Phoenix.

Two Kansas State football players and a KU Jayhawk made the preseason All-Big 12 team. Expectations are high for Will Swanson, Austin Romaine and Bryce Foster.

K-State was one of the favorites a year ago as well, but a 7-1 start was followed by a 1-3 November. The Wildcats still finished at 9-4, their third consecutive season with at least nine wins.

Two Kansas State football players and a KU Jayhawk made the preseason All-Big 12 team. Expectations are high for Will Swanson, Austin Romaine and Bryce Foster.